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As healthcare spending rises, state and federal policymakers are examining the role that prevention can play in cutting costs. From quality healthcare to nutritious school meals, Council for a Strong America supports investments in children’s health that lead to a stronger economy, less crime, and improved military eligibility in the years to come.

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  1. Childhood Obesity
  2. Food Insecurity and Child Nutrition
  3. Physical Activity
  4. Physical Education
  5. Walking and Biking

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  1. October 8, 2019 (WCIA (CBS/Champaign, IL))

    Generals find young people unhealthy and unprepared for military service

    Media Coverage

  2. October 8, 2019 (WAND (NBC/Champaign, IL))

    High obesity rates affecting military recruiting

    Media Coverage

  3. October 8, 2019 (Capital News Illinois )

    State military leaders call obesity rates a national security threat

    Media Coverage

  4. October 8, 2019 (WTAX Newsradio 1240 (Springfield, IL))

    Generals: Start good habits early

    Media Coverage

  5. October 8, 2019

    Unhealthy and Unprepared in Illinois

    Report

  6. October 1, 2019

    San Diego Unified School District Investing in Health and Wellness

    Blog

  7. September 27, 2019 (Capital Times)

    Reducing access to tobacco will make our youth more physically fit

    Op-Ed

  8. July 24, 2019

    Mission: Readiness participates in the 10th Biennial Childhood Obesity Conference

    Blog

  9. June 21, 2019

    Retired military leaders in Illinois commend victories for children

    Blog

  10. April 15, 2019 (AL.com)

    Our workplace and economy depend on an accurate Census

    Op-Ed

  11. April 8, 2019

    Arizona Lawmakers Must Act Now to Protect Children’s Health

    Blog

  12. March 29, 2019

    An Accurate Census Helps Strengthen Our National Security

    Factsheet

  13. March 24, 2019 (Southern Illinoisan)

    Safer communities

    Op-Ed

  14. March 15, 2019 (Chicago Sun-Times/Capitol News Illinois)

    Bill to raise age to buy tobacco products sent to Gov. Pritzker

    Media Coverage

  15. February 9, 2019 (Fort Wayne Journal Gazette)

    Smoking takes a toll on military readiness

    Media Coverage

  16. February 5, 2019 (Capitol News Illinois )

    Snuffing out cigarette sales to those under 21? Fourth time could be a charm

    Media Coverage

  17. January 28, 2019

    Former Coast Guard Commandant Speaks Out Against Government Shutdown and Lack of Consistent Funding

    Blog

  18. December 11, 2018 (The Forum (Fargo, ND))

    Good nutrition is critical for national security

    Op-Ed

  19. December 9, 2018 (Toledo Blade)

    Accurate census provides protection for children, families

    Op-Ed

  20. October 10, 2018

    Retired Generals and Admirals Release New Report on Obesity, Military Readiness, and Promoting Healthy Lifestyles

    Blog | Press Release